🌱 Opposition To Upcoming Vote On Taxing Workers + Fleet Team Ranked

Good morning, Salem. I'm here in your inbox per usual to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: Mostly sunny and delightful. High: 85 Low: 56.
• Thursday: Plenty of sunshine. High: 89 Low: 56.

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Here are the top three stories today in Salem:

1. Salem police are currently searching for the suspect in a fatal hit-and-run that took place in the early morning hours of Saturday, Jun. 17. The police are searching for a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado that is missing the covering to its passenger-side mirror and has damage to the passenger-side headlight, and is requesting the public's help in finding the driver. If you have any information, you can reach the Salem Police Traffic Team at 503-588-6293. (KOIN 6)
2. Some Salem business leaders have voiced opposition to an upcoming vote on taxing workers' paychecks without seeking voter approval. If passed, the proposal would tax Salem workers $42 a month in order to add police and firefighter positions and to continue services for unsheltered people, which would affect worker's earnings above minimum wage. Business leaders in opposition have said that the tax would have an undue burden on workers in the area, while the Chamber of Commerce's CEO said they would like voters to be given a chance to voice their opinions on the tax. (Subscription: Salem Reporter)
3. The City of Salem's Fleet Team was recently recognized as the 15th-best Fleet Service in the country by the National Association of Fleet Administrators, out of 36,000 Fleet Services nationwide that are considered for the award. Fleets are judged based on criteria such as accountability, use of technology, collaboration and creativity, among others. (City of Salem via Facebook)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Salem:

Wednesday, June 28

• Watercolors Made Easy: Bumble Bee And Poppy Flower At CreativiTEE & Rofe Designs (12:00 PM)

Thursday, June 29

• Music On The Lawn At The Oregon Garden, Silverton (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Salem Fire Department is offering up a few firework safety tips as the Fourth of July approaches: choose a designated area for fireworks that is clear of vegetation and potential hazards, keep a bucket of water nearby to dispose of used fireworks, and be mindful of potential risks involving fireworks. (Salem Fire Department via Facebook)
• The City of Salem's Public Works Department is currently hiring two full-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators. The jobs are open to multiple classifications, including Operator II, Operator I, and Operator-In-Training. Learn more and apply here. (City of Salem via Facebook)
• Calling all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers, on Friday, Jul. 21, you can dance along to an fABBA Show (an ABBA tribute band) as part of the Salem Art Fair. Learn more about the upcoming art fair and festival here. (Salem Art Association via Facebook)

That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.